1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 770 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Berlina | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |
